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Pete · 03-05-2021, 11:55 PM

I am capable of welding it with any systems there are and having taught welding many years ago, and you being on a budget, I would recommend you use an acetylene or hydrogen torch. Yes, it is old school and I recommend you do some research and practice on some junk panels before you attempt it on your project. This type of welding is called "hammer welding" as it involves hammering the weld immediately after while it is still hot. In all the people I taught it to, almost all could pick it up and make acceptable welds after an hour practice. There are videos on Youtube showing the basic method.
The nice thing about this system is, it is much easier to get a finished panel that requires NO bondo than with TIG. MIG is almost impossible to do this.

03-05-2021, 11:55 PM	#14
Pete Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wa. Posts: 5,409	Re: Replacing typical rust areas on the 1930 Model A truck I am capable of welding it with any systems there are and having taught welding many years ago, and you being on a budget, I would recommend you use an acetylene or hydrogen torch. Yes, it is old school and I recommend you do some research and practice on some junk panels before you attempt it on your project. This type of welding is called "hammer welding" as it involves hammering the weld immediately after while it is still hot. In all the people I taught it to, almost all could pick it up and make acceptable welds after an hour practice. There are videos on Youtube showing the basic method. The nice thing about this system is, it is much easier to get a finished panel that requires NO bondo than with TIG. MIG is almost impossible to do this.